Can I use it for light metal work like brass, aluminum, copper. Is there a chuck for the head stock?
32148
NO! Turning metal requires a special mount for the cutting tool to be mounted in so as not to 'chatter'. It would be dangerous to turn metal and only be holding a metal cutting tool with your bare hands.... Don't do it!
32149
I am not sure about metal work. It certainly is strong enough but I would check with the manufacturer. They have a customer service line at Rikon that would most likely answer your question without doubt. You would have to purchase a chuck separately.
452203
No, it's meant for small diameter, hard and soft copper, aluminum, brass and plastic tubing. Iron would be too hard.
737381
I would not think you have a problem. Brass is pretty soft...The bore is pretty hard. If it were mine, I wouldn't be too concerned.
1173270
The tool in designed for soft copper and aluminum. If you try to use in the way you described there is a possibility that the tool will get stuck. So it is up to you, Good Luck. Shurail HVAC
952165
Hi, I've used the 1.5 inch diameter blade with small teeth to cut a thin (of about 1.5 mm thick) aluminum and copper plates and tubes . It works pretty well for me. It is possible that it will work for brass too. I've used Dremel type rotary tool with power of 170W (like Dremel 4000). This power is too low for aggressive cutting. Push level on the blade should be small to not stop rotation. I've used 15-20 r.p.m speed.
2188709
The short answer is probably. This chuck will fit a headstock at 1" Dia X 8 Threads per inch or 3/4" Dia X 16 Threads per inch. I am not familiar with your lathe, suggest you check your owners manual for your head stock size. You might also "Google" your model, there are usually a number of review for just about any piece of equipment on the net. Good luck, Mike
2245686
Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, so this will work on copper. I actually used it on bronze (copper/tin alloy) and worked great.
618174
Yes you can. Just make sure the new quick release chuck fits the supplied arbor. Page 7 of the manual:)
1504000
Yes. Use the drill bit just slightly larger than the rivet you intend to use, otherwise the head won't "grab" the metal and mushroom properly.
1075779
Yes. Clean, light and we use it on our fork. we bought two and rotate them. a bargain compared to what the locals wanted. and Aluminum. no rust and less weight.Win! geo EGWguns.com
17337
Nope. Just go to hardware store and purchase 10mm fine thread bolts. Also use lock tight on bolts so they won't vibrate off. I just purchase the plastic pull start because the metal. Recoil throw plunger thing stop working. Lasted one month.
52341
Yeah. The size of your chuck is the upper limit of what size shaft it can handle. So that chuck can handle anything smaller than 1/2".
2112754
Really not a metal lathe. Jet doesn't seam to have adapters to do this. How ever if you really wish to do this you might be able to turn soft metals (brass, aluminum, copper) as you would a spindle. To ream out the center of a piece of metal you will have to figure out how to attach the metal to the head. Turning chisels can be used but will encounter more ware and heat than with wood. Also the Discarted metal will be hot so clean up all the wood chips from and around your lathe. Remember safety first.
1632046
Yes, it has a an extractor that would fit a 3/4 bolt head. The bolt, particularly if softer metal, will be generally unusable after using the extractor.
1140650
I work on aircraft and it's able to cut 24 gauge aluminum with no problem. Copper i think is softer... So it should work.
484818
Hi Frank, I purchased this as a gift for my husband and I had to purchased a chuck adapter that has a 1/4 shank that fits perfectly. It works well for light drilling .I got both at Amazon and got a great deal .My uncle told me about this drill set,because he also has the same one .My husband love his set. So do I. They both won't leave the house with out theirs drill when working on their projects. I did get and extra battery that why you always have a charge. Frank I hope this was helpful.
1646765
I suppose you could. I use a Milwaukee 10" saw designed for metal . It is designed to keep the metal shards contained. After reading other peoples concerns regarding the weight and power of the saw, I would have to agree with them. I use it as a beam cutter and I do use a clamp guide with it.